MICROWAVE COOKWARE GU~E

& MICROWAVE ADAPT~G

~pe of Cookware

Microwave Uses

Foil-1ined paper bags and boxes

Foil baking trays

Aluminum foil

Metal or partially metal pots, pans, thermometers, skewers and twist ties

Glass jars and bottles

Microwave plastics

Paper or Styrofoam plates and cups

Oven glass and ceramic

Dinnerware

Paper towels, paper napkins and wax paper

Plastic wrap, cooking bags, boil-in bags and storage bags

Paperboard trays used for frozen entrees and dinners

Plastic trays and plates used for frozen entrees and dinners

Straw, wicker and wood

Avoid using.

You can use foil trays that are no higher than 3/4-in. (Foil or metal will reflect microwaves and cause uneven heating.) Arcing can occur if foil is closer than 1 inch to oven walls.

Use for shielding.

Do not use. Microwave-safe thermometers and skewers are available.

Generally, glass jars can be used to warm food. However, do not heat baby food in jars, even without lids, because food will heat unevenly. Do not warm foods in narrow-necked bottles because pressure can build up.

Cooking and heating.

Heating and serving of foods and beverages. Styrofoam will melt if food is too hot or if food is cooked for a long time.

Cooking and heating.

Heating and some cooking. Follow dinnerware manufacturer’s recommendations. Avoid using dishes with metal trim.

Absorbing moisture, and preventing spatters. Heating and serving of sandwiches or appetizers. Light covering to hold in steam. Do not use paper towels that have synthetic fibers, such as nylon, woven into them. Synthetic fibers may cause the towel to ignite. Avoid using recycled paper.

Covering to hold in steam (wrap). Cooking (cooking and boil-in bags). Heating (storage bags).

Cooking and heating.

Cooking and heating.

Warming.

Cookware Tips

Always check the cookware manufacturer’s recommendations before using any cookware in the oven.

Before purchasing cookware or preparing food in cookware, check its size to make sure it will fit

in the oven.

For best cooking results select a dish that matches the size or amount of food being prepared.

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GE 49-8284, JVM132K, JVM133K Microwave Cookware GU~E Microwave ADAPT~G, Cookware Tips, ~pe of Cookware Microwave Uses